Legal and Policy Challenges for Wild Horses

Legal and Policy Challenges Facing America’s Wild Horses

Federal and state policies significantly impact the management and protection of wild horses and burros.

From outdated laws to the influence of special interests, these policies often fail to ensure the humane treatment and conservation of these iconic animals.

Understanding the legislative landscape and the importance of strategic litigation is crucial for driving change and safeguarding the future of wild horses and burros.

Photo: Yasmin Tajik Photography

Photo: Steve Paige

Policy & Litigation

Legal Protections

Wild horses and burros are protected as "living symbols of the historic and pioneer spirit of the West" by The Wild Free-Roaming Horses and Burros Act of 1971.

This historic law and other legal frameworks provide the foundation for their protection.

Discover the laws that safeguard these iconic animals and how AWHC works to enforce and strengthen these legal protections.

Policy & Litigation

Legislative Challenges for Wild Horses

Despite existing protections, many policies are outdated and fail to address the current needs of wild horse conservation.

Inadequate funding, special interest influence, and lack of accountability exacerbate the threats these animals face.

Explore the legislative hurdles that jeopardize their well-being and what can be done to overcome them.

Policy & Litigation

Public Policy and Advocacy Campaigns

AWHC's public policy and advocacy campaigns are vital for influencing legislation and public opinion.

By engaging lawmakers, mobilizing grassroots support, and raising public awareness, these campaigns work to ensure that wild horses and burros receive the legal protections they deserve.

Discover our current advocacy efforts and how you can get involved.

Policy & Litigation

Wild Horse & Burro Litigation

Strategic litigation is a vital tool in the fight to protect America's wild horses and burros.

Through legal action, AWHC challenges unlawful and inhumane practices, ensuring that these iconic animals receive the protection they deserve.

Discover how our legal efforts are making a difference and safeguarding the future of wild horses and burros.

Photo: Yasmin Tajik Photography

Policy & Litigation

Legal Protections

Wild horses and burros are protected as "living symbols of the historic and pioneer spirit of the West" by The Wild Free-Roaming Horses and Burros Act of 1971.

This historic law and other legal frameworks provide the foundation for their protection.

Discover the laws that safeguard these iconic animals and how AWHC works to enforce and strengthen these legal protections.

Photo: Steve Paige

Policy & Litigation

Legislative Challenges for Wild Horses

Despite existing protections, many policies are outdated and fail to address the current needs of wild horse conservation.

Inadequate funding, special interest influence, and lack of accountability exacerbate the threats these animals face.

Explore the legislative hurdles that jeopardize their well-being and what can be done to overcome them.

Policy & Litigation

Public Policy and Advocacy Campaigns

AWHC's public policy and advocacy campaigns are vital for influencing legislation and public opinion.

By engaging lawmakers, mobilizing grassroots support, and raising public awareness, these campaigns work to ensure that wild horses and burros receive the legal protections they deserve.

Discover our current advocacy efforts and how you can get involved.

Policy & Litigation

Wild Horse & Burro Litigation

Strategic litigation is a vital tool in the fight to protect America's wild horses and burros.

Through legal action, AWHC challenges unlawful and inhumane practices, ensuring that these iconic animals receive the protection they deserve.

Discover how our legal efforts are making a difference and safeguarding the future of wild horses and burros.